by Nyssa P. Chopra | Aug 30, 2012 | Destinations, Europe, Finland, Travel Well
Helsinki is the beautiful cultural, economic, and political capital of Finland. There are a wide variety of things to do and see while visiting the city. Here are some of the top 5 things to do/see, although be aware that some things are seasonal. 1) Sibelius...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Aug 30, 2012 | Beauty + Fashion, Travel Well
One of my favorite designers is Kate Spade. I love her bold colors and her perfect blend of retro and modern feminine silhouettes. If you have had a chance to view her Fall 2012 collection, you’ll see that it doesn’t veer too much from her classic...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Aug 30, 2012 | Beauty + Fashion, Travel Well
International Italian fashion designer, Miuccia Prada (of Miu Miu) debuts the fourth chapter (It’s Getting Late) of her short movie saga, “Women’s Tales” at the Venice Film Festival today (August 30), as part of the avant garde cinema...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Aug 29, 2012 | Berlin, Destinations, Europe, Germany, Library, Travel Well
Berlin attracts a steady stream of intellectuals, writers, and artists. In other words, you will find creativity at its finest in the German capital. The value placed on fields such as art, architecture, literature, and the likes is tremendous, so it is no surprise...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Aug 29, 2012 | Travel Well
I freelanced as a journalist for a luxury travel and lifestyle magazine called Travel Time. And I have my personal contacts to thank for that. The magazine is based in Santiago, Chile, so there is no way I would have heard of it or had the opportunity to work with...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Aug 29, 2012 | Destinations, Germany, Travel Well
It was a year-long journey in Deutschland, and here is a list of observations/differences that I noticed. If I stayed longer, I’m sure the list would have grown. Mind you, I lived in Berlin, but traveled throughout the country, so I got a pretty comprehensive sense of...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Aug 28, 2012 | Destinations, Eat Well, Germany, Travel Well
Followers of the vegetarian diet probably do not look to Berlin, or Germany in general as a provider of vegetarian restaurants, as the German cuisine is largely meat-based. But in recent years, the capital city has seen a refreshing change in its dining scene—more...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Aug 27, 2012 | Destinations, Eat Well, Food + Drink Guides, Germany, Travel Well
Berlin’s nightlife is as diverse as the city itself, and due to the influx of international residents and visitors in the past few years, the city now features a nightlife scene that can certainly rival any other European metropolis. It’s much more than a...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Aug 26, 2012 | Destinations, Eat Well, Europe, Food + Drink Guides, London, Travel Well, United Kingdom
“There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea…from five o’clock to eight is on certain occasions a little eternity; but on such an occasion as this the interval could be only an eternity of pleasure.” —Henry...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Aug 25, 2012 | Destinations, Eat Well, Europe, Spain, Travel Well
What: La Tomatina, otherwise known as the “World’s Biggest Food Fight” Love tomatoes? Then, you may want to check out Spain’s annual tomato-throwing festival called La Tomatina. On this particular day, the streets of the town of Buñol become the scene for what may...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Aug 24, 2012 | Destinations, Europe, London, Travel Well, United Kingdom
I love London. I love British culture. I love fashion. Fuse all three and you get the new exhibition–Ballgowns: British Glamour Since 1950–at the Victoria & Albert Museum in Kensington, London. Pardon me, while I let out an effusive scream....
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Aug 23, 2012 | Best of... Food+Drink, Destinations, Eat Well, Europe, Food + Drink Guides, France, Paris, Travel Well
is at La Maison Angelina, a tearoom on the famous Rue de Rivoli, near the Louvre Museum. Established in 1903, this quaint cafe is a favorite among local Parisians and tourists alike. It literally is the best and richest cup of hot chocolate you will ever try....
